Grad Grill
2024-05-02 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Alumni Center Lawn, 519 Eighth St, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Baker’s Alumni Association is throwing you a party in honor of your upcoming graduation! Join us on the Alumni Center lawn after the Traditions Walk.
RSVP is not necessary for this event.
Update your contact info and receive a free alumni T-shirt.

Alumni Weekend
2024-05-18, 2025-05-17 | Baldwin City Campus, 618 Eight St., Baldwin City, 66006, United States
Calling all Wildcats! Join us to celebrate alumni weekend with a variety of events and activities.
View Full Schedule
Register Online

Alumni Summer Social at Boulevard Brewing Co. Rec Deck
2024-07-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Boulevard Brewing Co. Rec Deck, 2534 Madison Avenue, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Join the Baker family for a great night at one of Kansas City’s favorite hangouts. Enjoy Boulevard beer, wine, and seltzer; great food; and networking.
Cost is $35 per person and includes beverages, food, and fun!
Limited to first 150 registrants.
Register Online

Convocation Pep Rally
2024-08-29 11:00 | Collins Gym, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Join students, faculty, and staff as we kick off the academic year with a Convocation Pep Rally. Enjoy performances from the pep band and drumline, choir, cheerleaders, and dance team and short remarks from President Lynne Murray.

Be sure to wear your Baker gear!

RSVP to alumni@bakerU.edu
If you are unable to attend, you can watch the pep rally via livestream.

Alumni Legacy Breakfast
2024-09-07 09:00 - 10:30 | Baker Alumni Center, 519 Eighth St, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Our free Legacy Breakfast occurs during Family Weekend for our alumni who have students on campus now. BU attire and an appetite are ALL you need!
Please RSVP to dbarth@bakerU.edu by September 4 with the names of your guests and student(s) — siblings are welcome too. And please remember to INVITE your student to join us.
The Alumni Center (former Phi Mu house) is located directly across the street from Collins Library.

Athletic Hall of Fame Induction & Student-Athlete Recognition
2024-09-20 19:00 | Rice Auditorium, 404 Eighth Street, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Join us in honoring our new members of the Athletic Hall of Fame and our 2024-2025 student-athletes.
This event is free and open to the public.
See full schedule here.

Homecoming Tailgate & Football Game UPDATE
2024-09-21 11:00 | Liston Stadium, 100 Fremont Street, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Because of expected severe weather Saturday afternoon and the Heart of America Conference heat policy, the kickoff for the football game will be at 11 a.m., and the tailgate has been rescheduled for October 26, when we honor Baker’s first Team of Distinction, the 1986 football team that played for the national championship.
See UPDATED schedule here.

Wildcat Classic Golf Tournament
2024-10-11 09:00 | Dub’s Dread Golf Course, 12601 Hollingsworth Road, Kansas City, KS, 66109, United States
Sold out, but there’s still time to become a sponsor!
Dub’s Dread Golf Course, 12601 Hollingsworth Road
Kansas City, KS
9 a.m. Registration | 10 a.m. four-person scramble
Cost: $200 per person

Greens fee & golf cart
Range balls
Adidas quarter-zip shirt
Lunch and beverages
$15 clubhouse voucher

Our limit is 144 golfers, so sign up soon!
Sponsorship Opportunties
Tournament sponsorship ensures the Wildcat Classic is a memorable event where Wildcats can have fun and raise funds for Baker’s student-athletes.
Become a Sponsor

Young Alumni Social
2024-10-24 17:30 - 20:30 | Fowling Warehouse, 1020 W. 103rd Street, Kansas City, MO, 64114, United States
Get together with friends and give fowling a try! What is fowling? It’s a mashup of football and bowling. Throw a football at 10 bowling pins until someone knocks them all down.
Fowling Warehouse co-owner Charley Puhr, ’02, has donated 10 lanes just for Wildcats!
Snacks will be provided by the Alumni Association.
RSVP by Oct. 21.
Register Now
Or email alumni@bakerU.edu.

Alumni Tailgate
2024-10-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Outside Liston Stadium, 100 Fremont St., Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Join us before the game against Central Methodist. The tailgate will feature a barbecue lunch by Moose’s Backwoods BBQ. Lunch is free to alumni, students, staff, faculty, parents, and Baker fans. We hope to see you in the big tent!
During halftime we will recognize our first Team of Distinction, the 1986 football team that played in Baker’s first National Championship game.

BU Alumni & Student Volunteers at Harvesters
2024-11-02 | Harvesters Community Food Network, 3801 Topping Ave., Kansas City, MO, 64129
Let’s explore ways to give back.
Join other Baker alumni and current students as we volunteer at Harvesters Community Food Network in Kansas City, Missouri.
After you register, you will receive additional information from the Office of Alumni Relations as we get closer to the event.
Support this important cause with other members of the Baker community.
Choose from two time slots: 9-11 a.m. or 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Register Online

Fall Social
2024-11-15 17:30 - 20:30 | Grand Street Lenexa, 8815 Renner Blvd., Lenexa, KS, 66219, United States
Call your friends and make plans to join us at the fall alumni social. In addition to mixing and mingling, this is an opportunity to say goodbye to President Murray, who will step down December 31, and wish her well in her new position as president of McMurry University in Abilene, Texas.
Appetizers will be provided by the Alumni Association.
RSVP by Nov. 12.

Christmas Candlelight Vespers
2024-12-08 14:00 | Rice Auditorium, 404 Eighth Street, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Admission is free.
For those who cannot attend Vespers in person, the performance will be viewable via Zoom.

Men’s Basketball Alumni Get-Together
2024-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Baldwin City Beer Company, 520 High St., Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Let’s Get Together Before the Game
Baldwin City Beer Company
520 High St., Baldwin City
Bring your family as we gather before the game at Collins Gym. Catch up with your teammates and meet other former players. Appetizers will be provided by the Baker men’s basketball program.
Wildcats vs. Grand View | 4 p.m. | Collins Gym
After the get-together, we’ll cheer on the Wildcats. All players and their families get free admission into the game.
RSVP by December 12

Coffee & Conversation
2025-03-18 10:00 | Ball Event Center, 21350 W. 153rd Street, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
All Wildcats are welcome to join us for coffee and conversation at Ball Event Center.
We have a crew on hand to fill you in on what 2025 has in store for your alma mater!
Nate Houser, ’94, Associate Vice President of Advancement
Doug Barth, ’91, Director of Alumni Relations
Cheryl (Stefanik) McCrary, ’87, Director of Donor Relations
Philip Hannon, ’86, Associate Director of Development
Dr. Darcy Russell, ’80, Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences
Refreshments will be provided.
RSVP to alumni@bakerU.edu by March 14.

Alumni Spring Social
2025-03-28 17:30 - 20:00 | KC Wine Co., 13875 S Gardner Road, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
Join us at KC Wine Co! We’ll be in the newest building (near the airplane hangar).
Wine | Cider | Seltzer | Beer
Appetizers provided by the Office of Alumni Relations
RSVP by March 24 to alumni@bakerU.edu.

Day of Giving 2025: Better Together
2025-04-04 | Online
The Baker magic is built when we come together.
Save the date to help Baker meet its most immediate needs, support new opportunities, and provide students with an exceptional experience.
Give Now

Denver Alumni Social
2025-04-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Culinary Dropout, 4141 E. 9th Ave., Denver, CO, 80220, United States
Wildcats in the Denver area, let’s get together! RSVP by April 7 to alumni@bakerU.edu.

Scholars Symposium
2025-04-23 | Baldwin City Campus, 618 Eight St., Baldwin City, 66006, United States
Baker students will present research, and departmental scholarships will be awarded during this exciting all-day event that celebrates knowledge!

Spring Football Scrimmage
2025-04-25 | Liston Stadium, 100 Fremont Street, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Get your first look at the 2025 Wildcats during the spring football scrimmage at Liston Stadium! Check back for more details.

CAS Grad Grill
2025-05-08 16:00 - 17:30 | Baker Alumni Center, 519 Eighth St, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
For our graduating seniors
Baker’s Alumni Association is throwing our seniors a party in honor of their upcoming graduation!
RSVP is not necessary for this event.
Grads who update their contact info will receive a free alumni T-shirt.

Alumni Summer Social at Boulevard Brewing Co.
2025-08-07 17:30 - 21:30 | Boulevard Brewing Co. Muehlebach Suite, 2501 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, 64108, United States
Join us at the Boulevard Brewing Co., and help us welcome Baker’s 31st president, Dr. Jody Fournier, and his wife, Debbie. It will be a great night at one of Kansas City’s favorite hangouts.
The cost to attend is $35 per person or $50 per couple and includes all beverages and Joe’s Kansas City BBQ. Enjoy Boulevard beer, wine, and seltzer and BBQ.
Space is limited to 225 guests, so register early!
Register Here

Alumni Legacy Breakfast
2025-09-13 09:00 - 10:30 | Alumni Center Lawn, 519 Eighth St, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Our free Legacy Breakfast occurs during Family Weekend for our alumni who have students on campus now. BU attire and an appetite are ALL you need!
Please RSVP to dbarth@bakerU.edu by September 9 with the names of your guests and student(s) — siblings are welcome, too. And please remember to INVITE your student to join us.
The Alumni Center (former Phi Mu house) is located directly across the street from Collins Library.

Athletic Hall of Fame Induction & Student-Athlete Recognition
2025-10-03 19:00 | Rice Auditorium, 404 Eighth Street, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Join us in honoring our new members of the Athletic Hall of Fame and our 2024-2025 student-athletes.
This event is free and open to the public.
See 2025 Inductees

Homecoming Tailgate Lunch
2025-10-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Indoor Baseball/Softball Facility., 725 N 2nd St, Baldwin City, KS 66006, Baldwin City, 66006, United States
The Office of Alumni Relations will host a free lunch at the Indoor Baseball/Softball Facility.
All alumni, students, faculty, staff, and fans of Baker are invited to attend this pregame tailgate lunch.
See Full Saturday Schedule

Wildcat Classic Golf Tournament
2025-10-10 08:00 | Dub’s Dread Golf Course, 12601 Hollingsworth Road, Kansas City, KS, 66109, United States
8 a.m. Registration | 9 a.m. four-person scramble
Cost: $200 per person

Greens fee & golf cart
Range balls
Adidas quarter-zip shirt
Lunch and beverages
$15 clubhouse voucher

Our limit is 144 golfers, so sign up soon!
Register to Golf
Sponsorship Opportunities
Tournament sponsorship ensures the Wildcat Classic is a memorable event where Wildcats can have fun and raise funds for Baker’s student-athletes.
Become a Sponsor

Maple Leaf Festival Alumni Tent
2025-10-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Alumni Center Lawn, 519 Eighth St, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Stop by our tent in front of the Alumni Center. Say hello and chat for a bit, check out our new alumni merchandise, and pick up a free sticker or pennant.

Christmas Candlelight Vespers at Baker University
2025-12-07 13:30 - 16:00 | Rice Auditorium, 404 Eighth Street, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Christmas Candlelight Vespers at Baker University
Join us for one of Baker’s most cherished traditions—the Christmas Candlelight Vespers! This annual celebration brings together our community for an afternoon of music, reflection, and holiday spirit.
Date: Sunday, December 7
Location: Rice Auditorium, Baldwin City Campus
Experience the beauty of the season with choral and instrumental performances by the Department of Music and Theatre. Enjoy festive arrangements, traditional carols, and the warmth of candlelight as we celebrate together.
Highlights:
• Performances by Baker’s choirs and instrumental ensembles
• Photo opportunities to capture the holiday spirit
Can’t join in person? Watch the livestream via Zoom.
Let’s make this holiday season memorable. Invite your friends, family, and alumni to share in the joy of Vespers!

An Afternoon with New York Times Bestselling Author Candice Millard ’89
2026-02-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Rice Auditorium, 404 Eighth Street, Baldwin City, KS, 66006, United States
Meet the master storyteller bringing history to Netflix.
Join Candice Millard ’89, New York Times bestselling author and one of America’s most acclaimed narrative historians, for an unforgettable afternoon exploring the true story behind Netflix’s historical drama Death by Lightning—based on her award-winning book Destiny of the Republic.
Sunday, February 223:00 – 4:30 p.m.Rice Auditorium, Baker University – Get Directions
Reserve Your Seat Today
Watch the livestream

From Bestseller to Netflix Series
Candice Millard’s Destiny of the Republic—a riveting account of President James A. Garfield’s rise, assassination, and the shocking medical failures that followed—has captivated readers for over a decade. Now, its story is reaching a global audience as the inspiration for Netflix’s highly anticipated series Death by Lightning.
At this special event, Millard will take audiences behind the book and beyond the screen, revealing:

The real historical drama that inspired Death by Lightning
How she uncovers forgotten stories and brings historical figures vividly to life
What it means to see her work adapted for television

This is a rare chance to hear directly from the author at the center of one of today’s most exciting history-to-screen adaptations.

What You’ll Experience

A featured talk on President James A. Garfield and the story behind Destiny of the Republic
An on-stage interview exploring Millard’s research, writing process, and career
Discussion of Death by Lightning and adapting history for modern audiences
Audience Q&A
A post-event opportunity to meet the author and take photos

Whether you love history, books, or prestige television, this event brings it all together.
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About the Author – Candice Millard ’89
New York Times Bestselling Author
Candice Millard is a nationally recognized historian and author of four New York Times bestselling books. Her work is celebrated for combining meticulous research with page-turning storytelling, earning comparisons to The Devil in the White City and The Professor and the Madman.
Her books include:

River of the Gods (2022)
Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile
A sweeping tale of obsession, rivalry, and exploration that reexamines the search for the Nile’s headwaters and the crucial role of Sidi Mubarak Bombay.
Hero of the Empire
The Boer War, a Daring Escape, and the Making of Winston Churchill
An Indie Next Pick, a New York Times Top Ten Critics’ Pick, and Amazon’s #1 History Book of 2016.
Destiny of the Republic
A Tale of Madness, Medicine, and the Murder of a President
Winner of the Edgar Award, PEN Center USA Award for Research Nonfiction, and multiple national honors. The inspiration for Netflix’s Death by Lightning.
The River of Doubt
Theodore Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey
A landmark work of narrative history chronicling Roosevelt’s perilous Amazon expedition.

Millard is the recipient of the 2017 BIO Award, and her writing has appeared in The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, The Guardian, National Geographic, and Time. She lives in Kansas City with her husband and three children.
A Nationally Celebrated Voice
Candice Millard has spoken at some of the nation’s most prestigious venues, including:

The Library of Congress National Book Festival Gala
The James A. Garfield National Historic Site, the first presidential library
Major literary festivals and universities across the country

Her work continues to shape how Americans understand history—both on the page and on screen.

Event Schedule
At this special event, Millard will take audiences behind the book and beyond the screen, revealing:

3:00 p.m. Welcome
Featured Talk: The true story behind Destiny of the Republic
Interview: Writing history, research, and Netflix’s Death by Lightning
Audience Q&A
4:30 p.m. Event concludes

Location & Accessibility
Rice Auditorium
Baker University
404 Eighth St, Baldwin City, KS 66006
Parking available.Accessibility accommodations available upon request.

Don’t Miss This Event
From bestselling books to Netflix dramaOne of America’s greatest narrative historiansA rare opportunity to hear directly from the author
Seats are limited.
Reserve Your Seat Today
